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Crisis Center Coat Drive

12:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia will be collecting warm coats, hats, mittens and other winter goods for domestic violence survivors.  

Homeschool Board Games and Bricks

2:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Grades 3-5, Grades K-2, Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5, Grades K-2, Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Family Event, Teen Program, Youth Program
Event Details:

Meet some new friends at our monthly homeschool meetup. Bring a friend or come open to meeting a new one. 

Paint a Latte

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Winter Reading is starting up. Come learn how to paint a latte with us while enjoying a cup of hot chocolate. 

Adult Take & Makes

All Day
Adults
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs

Adult Take & Makes - Lip Balm

All Day
Adults
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Feeling crafty? Pick up a Take & Make at the Adult Services Desk. Available starting at 9 a.m., while supplies last. Instructions are always available on the library website. 

A Very Special Bright Starts: Winter Wonderfest

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

All Ages. Help start off our wonderful winter reading program with this magical winter-themed storytime. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Winter Wonderfest Teen Volunteers

10:30am–2:30pm
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Help with our Winterfest Day. We’ll have various stations and activities that you will help run with the help of our librarians. Lunch will be provided. 

 

Winter Wonderfest

11:00am–2:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Family Event
Event Details:

Celebrate the beginning of Winter Reading with a special all-ages event. Wind your way through the library to enjoy wintry demos, crafts, warm drinks, live music, and some special animal guests.

Juggling Funny Stories

2:00pm–3:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Family Event, Youth Program
Event Details:

Family Event. You’ll be laughing out loud as nationally-known family entertainer Chris Fascione brings children’s stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances.

Holiday Ornament Glowforge Project

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this class, you will use the Glowforge machine to create a take home holiday ornament project. Previous Glowforge experience or having previously taken our Glowforge Basics class is required to participate in this project class. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

Please call the IT Desk at (708) 428-5171 for questions.

Santa in the Library

1:00pm–4:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Family Event, Youth Program
Event Details:

Family Event. Santa is in the building! Visit with Santa and get a picture with him next to our lobby Christmas tree.  

Firefly Family Theatre Presents: Spark's Snow Day

2:00pm–2:45pm
Babies & Toddlers, Age 24 - 47 months, Children, Ages 3 and up
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Age 24 - 47 months, Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Family Event, Youth Program
Event Details:

Family Event. Join Spark the Firefly for her first snow day- sledding, ice skating and more! Spark’s Snow Day includes music, interactive movement, puppets and lots of winter family fun!

Holiday Ornament Glowforge Project

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this class, you will use the Glowforge machine to create a take home holiday ornament project. Previous Glowforge experience or having previously taken our Glowforge Basics class is required to participate in this project class. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

Please call the IT Desk at (708) 428-5171 for questions.

Take And Make: Five Nights at Freddy’s Paper Masks

9:00am–9:00pm
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program
Event Details:

Pick up this Take and Make at the Teen Loft while supplies last. 

Piano Concert: Justin Prince

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Programs

Snowy Owl Craft Teen Volunteers

6:15pm–7:15pm
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics. 

Snowy Owl Craft

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Grades 3-5
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Learn some fun facts about owls and make a cute owl to take home! REGISTRATION OPENS: Nov. 15 

Cut the Cable

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Event Details:

This lecture-style class will show you how to cut your cable subscription and get your home ready for streaming. 

No Registration is required.

Vitalant Tabling for Saturday's Blood Drive

9:30am–1:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Event Details:

Meet your local Vitalant Blood Drive representative. Ask questions and get registered for December’s Blood Drive.

Ageless Grace

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ageless Grace® is a highly effective brain fitness program that keeps participants moving and thinking through the power of play.  

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Limits

Please note you may only register for one spot per library card. Multiple registrations associated with the same library card will be cancelled. 

What’s a Fractured Fairy Tale? Teen Volunteers

6:15pm–7:45pm
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics. 

What’s a Fractured Fairy Tale?

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Grades K-2
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Grades K-2
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-2. Let’s explore all the twists and turns of the traditional fairytale and create your own gingerbread in disguise! REGISTRATION OPENS: Nov. 15 

Community Holiday Caroling with Violinist Stephane Collopy at Autumn Leaves Senior Living

10:30am–11:30am
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Program Type: Offsite Outreach Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

You are invited! Join library staff as we carol at some of our favorite senior residences! Stephane Collopy will accompany us on violin. No singing experience is required. All ages welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Orland Park Public Library is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability to any library presentations should contact the library at (708) 428-5114 at least five (5) working days prior to the event.

Art Explorers: Suncatchers

11:00am–11:30am
Children, Ages 3-6
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 3-6
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-6. Use coffee filters and markers to create a one-of-a-kind suncatcher. REGISTRATION OPENS: Nov. 15 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.